Injury Strikes England Women's Team Captain During T20 Series Against India

The England women's cricket team is grappling with a significant challenge as captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been sidelined due to injury during the T20 series against India. With the team trailing 2-1, the absence of their star all-rounder could impact their performance in the upcoming matches. Tammy Beaumont has stepped in as captain, leading the team in the final two games. Meanwhile, India has shown strong form, winning the first two matches convincingly. The series continues with the fourth match scheduled for July 9. Read on to find out how this injury could change the course of the series.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 5, 2025, 15:11 IST

Overview of the Ongoing Series

Currently, the Indian cricket team is touring England, where they are engaged in a five-match Test series. Simultaneously, the Indian women's team is also in England, competing in a five-match T20 series. However, one team has faced a significant setback during this series.

Captain's Injury Forces Team Changes

The England women's cricket team has suffered a major blow as their captain and star all-rounder, Nat Sciver-Brunt, has been ruled out of the remaining matches in the T20 series due to an injury. In her place, talented batter Maia Bouchier from Hampshire has been brought into the squad. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed that Sciver-Brunt's back injury will prevent her from participating in the series, although there are hopes she will be fit for the upcoming ODI series.

Impact on the Series

This news comes as a significant setback for the England team, which is currently trailing 2-1 in the series. Sciver-Brunt had captained the team in the first two T20 matches, but India showcased an impressive performance, winning the first match by 97 runs and the second by 24 runs. Following her injury, Tammy Beaumont took over the captaincy, and she will continue to lead the team in the final two matches of the series.

India's Strong Performance

India has been performing exceptionally well in this series. Smriti Mandhana's century in the first T20 and half-centuries from Jemimah Rodrigues and Amanjot Kaur in the second match helped India secure a 2-0 lead. Although England managed to win the third match, Sciver-Brunt's absence could work in India's favor. The fourth match of the series is scheduled for July 9, with the final match set for July 12.